Preparing To Tow; Trailer Tow Connector - Lincoln 2011 MKX Owner's Manual

Tires, Wheels and Loading
For load specification terms found on the label, refer to Vehicle loading
- with and without a trailer in this chapter. Remember to figure in the
tongue load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight.
Powertrain
3.7L FWD Class I
3.7L AWD Class I
3.7L FWD Class II
3.7L AWD Class II
WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on
the certification label.
WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended
gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could
result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.

Preparing to tow

Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or a
reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance.
Trailer tow connector (vehicles equipped with a Class II trailer
tow/prep package)
The trailer tow connector is located under the rear bumper, on the
driver's side of the vehicle.
Refer to the following chart for information regarding the
factory-equipped trailer tow connector:
Color
1. Dark Green
2. Yellow
3. Brown
4. White
206
2011 MKX (mkx)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)
Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)
6770 (3072)
6940 (3149)
8270 (3752)
8440 (3829)
Function
Right turn signal/brake lamp/hazard flasher
Left turn signal/brake lamp/hazard flasher
Tail lamps/parking lamps
Ground
Maximum Trailer
Weight - lb (kg)
2000 (907)
2000 (907)
3500 (1588)
3500 (1588)